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Artichoke

Cynara Scolymus

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Overview

Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) thrives in USDA zones 7-11, boasting a striking structure of up to 4 feet in height and 6 feet in width. This perennial presents bold, silvery-green foliage and grand thistle-like purple flowers. Flourishing in full sun with well-drained soil, it doubles as a culinary delight and ornamental specimen. Provide ample space to accommodate its growth for a dramatic, edible display in your garden design.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 8–10Type Perennial, Vegetable
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — with a fascinating texture that adds a visual appeal throughout the growing season; artichoke (Cynara scolymus) thrives in USDA
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — it typically reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet with an equal spreadArtichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) thrives in USDA zones 7-11; flourishing in full sun with well-drained soil, it doubles as, image 89Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — The Artichoke's true highlight is its flower buds, from which the edible artichokes are derived; it typically reaches a height ofArtichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — it is recommended to regularly remove spent blooms and divide every few years to rejuvenate growthArtichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — boasting a striking structure of up to 4 feet in height and 6 feet in width; the Artichoke's true highlight is its, image 46Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — perennial / vegetable with purple blooms; these buds are large, globular, and can measure up to 6 inches in diameter, image 87+97

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial, Vegetable
Family
Asteraceae

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Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — with a fascinating texture that adds a visual appeal throughout the growing season; artichoke (Cynara scolymus) thrives in USDA
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — it typically reaches a height of 3 to 4 feet with an equal spread
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) thrives in USDA zones 7-11; flourishing in full sun with well-drained soil, it doubles as, image 89
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — The Artichoke's true highlight is its flower buds, from which the edible artichokes are derived; it typically reaches a height of
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — it is recommended to regularly remove spent blooms and divide every few years to rejuvenate growth
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — boasting a striking structure of up to 4 feet in height and 6 feet in width; the Artichoke's true highlight is its, image 46
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — perennial / vegetable with purple blooms; these buds are large, globular, and can measure up to 6 inches in diameter, image 87
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — is a perennial thistle originating from the Mediterranean
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — it is recommended to regularly remove spent blooms and divide every few years to rejuvenate growth; purple flowers in, image 85
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — This perennial presents bold, silvery-green foliage and grand thistle-like purple flowers; to maintain a tidy, image 91
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — scientifically designated as Cynara scolymus; providing both delicious harvests and an impressive focal point, image 50
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — it is recommended to regularly remove spent blooms and divide every few years to rejuvenate growth; purple flowers in, image 63
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — is a perennial thistle originating from the Mediterranean; boasting a striking structure of up to 4 feet in height, image 73
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — Provide ample space to accommodate its growth for a dramatic, edible display in your garden design; with a, image 93
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — is a perennial thistle originating from the Mediterranean; boasting a striking structure of up to 4 feet in height, image 95
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — with a fascinating texture that adds a visual appeal throughout the growing season; artichoke (Cynara scolymus), image 54
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — perennial / vegetable for full; it is recommended to regularly remove spent blooms and divide every few years to, image 88
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — purple flowers in the garden; provide ample space to accommodate its growth for a dramatic, edible display in your garden design
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — Flourishing in full sun with well-drained soil, it doubles as a culinary delight and ornamental specimen
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — Artichoke (Cynara scolymus) thrives in USDA zones 7-11; flourishing in full sun with well-drained soil, it doubles as a culinary
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — purple flowers in the garden
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — fertile soil with consistent moisture; is a perennial thistle originating from the Mediterranean, image 80
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — boasting a striking structure of up to 4 feet in height and 6 feet in width; the Artichoke's true highlight is its, image 68
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — To maintain a tidy appearance and promote the best yield
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